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Old January 20th 04, 06:29 PM posted to uk.rec.audio
Dave Plowman
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Default Open-reel tape-deck wanted (London)

In article ,
Ian Bell wrote:
These aren't really pro decks, but high end domestic, or semi-pro.


Depends on your definition of pro. I saw lots of Revox A77s in pro
studios in the 70's used as delay/echo/slapback units.


Well, yes. But I assume the OP wants it for record/replay purposes - not
as an outboard FX unit?


We are splitting hairs but I do agree with you in principle.


Well, I'd say you can't call a deck professional unless it uses balanced
ins and outs at the standard 'zero' level. I'd also expect it to be easy
to edit on. The A77 - fine though it is - satisfies neither.

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